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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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